Miami Music Festival at Shell Point July 18
Shell Point Retirement Community in Fort Myers presents a Miami Music Festival performance on Tuesday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m. at The Village Church Auditorium on The Island. Every summer, the Miami Music Festival assembles some of the most talented young singers from top American conservatories and music schools for eight immersive weeks of training and performance. This summer, East Coast meets West Coast when a group of exceptional vocalists brings a menagerie of exhilarating opera arias and poignant American art songs to Shell Point. Enjoy this evening of exquisite music with the next generation of singing stars. Purchase $25 tickets at www.shellpoint.org/summerconcerts, or by calling the box office at 239-4542067.
Hatley playing July 8; Charlotte Idol July 14 Cultural Center of Charlotte County
The Cultural Center of Charlotte County is hosting two musical events in July. A southern rock inspired country music concert is set for Saturday, July 8 at 7 p.m. Inspired by the outlaw attitude and heavy energy of southern rock, the Hatley Band takes the stage featuring songs from artists such as Johnny Cash, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kenny Chesney, Elvis, Toby Keith, Jimmy Buffet, Marshall Tucker Band, Zac Brown Band and many more. Hatley completed an original album in December 2014 in Nashville, under the guidance and production of Grammy Award - winning producer Mark Lambert, who has worked with Willie Nelson, Elton John, Ronnie Milsap and Randy Houser. So be ready to enjoy some memorable original tunes, this
will be a great show. Get your tickets early. Advance tickets are $17, $13 for members (limit 2 at the member price). No discounts day of the event. For tickets, call 941-625-4175 ext. 221 or visit www.theculturalcenter.com Charlotte County Homeless Coalition and Sam's Club presents Charlotte Idol 2017 on Friday, July 14 at 6 p.m. Show tickets for audition night are $10 per person and can be purchased from Tina at the Homeless Coalition. Singer registration has a $20 entry fee email CharlotteIdolHC@gmail.com For sponsorship and tickets, contact Tina Figliuolo at 941-627-4313 X118 or online at events@cchomelesscoalition.org The Cultural Center of Charlotte County is located at 2280 Aaron St. in Port Charlotte.
LOCAL MUSIC SPOTLIGHT
Sheena Brook
Genre: Country Songs: Covers and originals. Sheena Brook was born and raised in Southwest Florida. Her path through music has helped her become the artist she is today. As a live performer, she has created her own sound playing all types of genres, looping and creating on the fly. Sheena has played festivals with artists like Kristian Bush, Helen Darling, and Josh Turner. Sheena has written with hit writers such as JT Harding, Andy Albert and more. Special notes: Sheena Brook was chosen as a member of Team Adam on NBC’s The Voice this past season. She will again be part of the annual Island Hopper Songwriter Fest this fall. Her music is available online. Schedule: Red White & Boom in Cape Coral July 4. Bell Tower Summer Concert Series July 6. Naples Beach Brewery July 13 & 27. Englewood Event Center July 29. See her full schedule online. Booking: 239-560-1863 or sheenabrook1@gmail.com
Photo by Miranda Lawson Photography
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Paul Shaffer at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee
Paul Shaffer and The WorldĘźs Most Dangerous Band performed June 10 at Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee. Special guest vocalist was Valerie Simpson of Ashford & Simpson. Photos by Jamie Kuser
Web: www.SheenaBrook.com
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